SOUTH SHELBY CHAMBER OF COMMERCEO c t o b e r 2 0 1 0

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Oct. 2 Columbiana Yard SaleOct. 9 Creative Arts ShowOct. 9&10 Shelby Iron Works FestivalOct. 9 Mt Laurel Harvest FestivalOct. 15-16 Bass Masters Lay LakeOct. 21 Harpersville Bus TourOct. 23-24 Cotton Pickin CelebrationOct. 29 Monster Walk

Upcoming Events

C o l u m b i a n a • C h e l s e a • H a r p e r s v i l l e • W e s t o v e r • W i l s o n v i l l e • V i n c e n t

Oct. 9

Mt Laurel Harvest Festival

Town of Mt Laurel

More info:

408-8696

Oct. 29Columbiana’s AnnualMonster Walk

Downtown Columbiana4:30-6pmMore info:669-4303

Oct. 9Creative Arts, Antique and

Business ShowSC Exhibition CenterFree AdmissionMore info:669-9075

Oct. 23-24

Cotton Pickin Celebration

Harpersville

9am - 5pm

More info:

672-7209

Oct. 15-16Tundra Bass Masters WeekendLay Lake, Columbiana

Oct. 2Columbiana Merchants Assoc.Community Yard SaleMore info:205-670-0530

Oct. 21Harpersville HistoricBus Tours5:30-7 pmMore info:669-9075

Oct 9-10Shelby Iron WorksFall FestivalShelby Iron Works ParkMore info:669-2576

Things To do in shelby CounTy

CheCk ouT more evenTs:shelbycountytourism.org

shelbycountyartscouncil.com

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BOARD MEMBERS

*New Members

BOARD MEMBERS Treasurer

Andrew BrownBrown Lumber &Building Supply

PresidentTim Prince

Shelby County Newspapers, Inc.

3rd Vice PresidentDonna SmelcerShelby Baptist

Medical Center

SecretaryFaye McGuireFrontier Bank

2ndVice PresidentBrenda Frias

Alabama Power

Richard CookBusy Hands Framing and Gifts

Evan MajorShelby County Schools (Ret.)

Linda WrenAT&T

Dr. Ben Smith Smith Chiropractic

Billy Ray Jones Bryant Bank

Robert Jackson Bridges Historic Shelby Association

John Browning Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC

Jon Lauderdale Alagasco

Edwin BrasherFirst United Security Bank

Kevin MorrisM&F Bank

City GovernmentMayor Earl Niven, Becky LandersChelsea

Mayor Allan LoweGina AntonliniColumbiana

Mayor Theoangelo PerkinsJackie Ingram Harpersville

Della PenderMT Laurel Mayor Ray McCallisterJoy MarlerVincent

Mayor Rosemary LiveoakKay RayWilsonville

Mayor Mark McLaughlinWayne JonesWestover

Board AdvisorsSusan Stivers

Penny KovakasKovakas Realty

Gerie Kelley

WelCome AboArd 2010 ChAmber members

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Executive DirectorStacy Walkup

*American Legion Post 131Mike NorthcuttP.O. Box 357Columbiana, Alabama 35051205-913-0105www.alpost131.org

*Edward JonesBo Hailey5510 Hwy 280, Suite 112Birmingham, Alabama 35242205-437-2866www.edwardjones.com

*Distinctive Web DesignSusan Cosman230 Bryleigh CircleChelsea, Alabama 35043205-314-5745www.dwd.net

*Castle Rock Heating and CoolingAmanda Castleberry8576 Hwy 47Shelby, Alabama 35143205-669-3234

AlagascoJon Lauderdale, Pelham1-800-292-4008

Dr. Beckys Pet Supply EmporiumAnimal House Vet Clinic, Becky & George SeniczHarpersville, 205-672-3300

Central State BankMitt Schroeder, Calera205-668-0711

Nancy Davis, ColumbianaIndividual Member

Spirit of Hope Youth RanchMissy Cox, Chelsea205-669-0790

Enviro-SystemsRonnie Noojin, Birmingham205-437-3779

Value PlaceAl Lamoureux, Pelham205-444-3008

Brookwood Primary Care-NarrowsDebbi Wood, Birmingham205-408-4349

Chelsea Family DentistryL. Michelle Jones, DMD & Amy P. Swiney, DMDChelsea, 205-678-2096

WhataburgerKeith McParlaneChelsea, 205-678-6648

Hometown Mortgage ServicesCathy GapenBirmingham, 205-980-7285

Clements Dean Building CompanyRandy Clements, Wilsonville205-678-4295

Cornerstone Christian SchoolJay Adams, Debbie Collins, 205-669-7777

Smith ChiropracticDr. Benjamin W. Smith IIIChelsea, 205-678-6884

Home Plus Mortgage, Inc.Alana BeaugezChelsea, 205-678-0476

Joseph Brothers, Inc.Kathy JosephColumbiana , 205-669-4632

Lay Lake HOBOCannova, Carl, President 256-208-8947

Post NetGene Thomas Chelsea, 205-678-0123

Sullivan CommunicationsJoe SullivanBirmingham,205-988-5522

Wilsonville CivitansBarbara LoweWilsonville, 205-669-4904

Tom and Cliassa EdwardsAuthor “Life on the River”Shelby, 205-669-2438

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AN ADDED MEMBER BENEFIT

leTTer from The direCTor

Stacy WalkupExecutive Director

Upcoming Diamond Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting

Take Pride in South Shelby County!

The South Shelby Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 5th Annual Diamond Awards, honoring the individuals and companies that bring uncompromising excellence to South Shelby County, Alabama.

These annual awards recognize the South Shelby county business community’s accomplishments and for creating a better quality of life for Shelby County citizens.

Presenting:Ambassador of the YearCitizen of the YearNew Business of the YearBusiness of the Year

December 2, 2010 at 11:30amAt the Columbiana United Methodist Church (Multi purpose room)

2010 Committee Chair is John Browning, Cahaba Valley Computer ServicesThank you Sponsors: M&F Bank, Alabama Power Co, Bryant Bank, Shelby County Reporter, AT&T(If your company would like to be a sponsor call us at 205-669-9075)

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uPComing evenTs

lunCheon refleCTions

August

Shelby County Mental Health Court information was shared to chamber members by our Probate Judge of Shelby County James W. Fuhrmeister, Judge Hub Harrington and Ira Blanchard at the August luncheon that spotlighted the Town of Vincent. Mayor Ray McAllister welcomed everyone and thanked the Vincent businesses of L.R. Skipper Stables, McCarn Enterprises, Muddbug’s Gourmet Food, Shelby County Family Resource Center, Vulcan Information Packaging, Frontier National Bank, Vincent Gardens, Vincent Hills and Smith’s Grocery for expoing at the luncheon. The luncheon was catered and sponsored by Dorris Harris, owner of Blue Spring Manor Bed & Breakfast and Faye McGuire of Frontier Bank.Sonya Lefkovits was honored and recognized for her dedication and contributions to Columbiana and Shelby County by Richard Cook and the following: South Shelby Chamber of Commerce, Columbiana Merchants and Professionals Association, Senator Richard Shelby’s Offi ce, and the Offi ce of Representative Mike Hill. Special thanks went out to our ambassadors and volunteers for helping with all aspects of the luncheon.

September

“When a nonprofi t organization reaches out to you, reach back!” is what Joe Ray, Executive Director of Adaptive Aquatics in Wilsonville emphasized at the September Chamber luncheon. Nonprofi t organizations are having tough times in this economy too and their services have not changed according to Joe. Adaptive Aquatics is a 501c-3 nonprofi t organization dedicated to the introduction, teaching and advancement of adaptive water skiing for children and adults with physical disabilities. Our Chamber President Tim Prince welcomed everyone to the luncheon and board member Evan Major gave the invocation. Our luncheon was sponsored by Alabama Power and hosted by Hartley’s Down Home Kitchen of Chelsea. Emphasizing nonprofi ts we had expo booths representing Family Connection, Greater Shelby County Education Foundation, The Arc of Shelby County, Spirit of Hope Youth Ranch, Jobs Program at Shelby County Department of Human Resources, The Shelby County Arts Council and Adaptive Aquatics. We welcomed new members and called out wonderful door prizes donated by chamber member businesses. The tables were decorated with a Jimmy Buffett theme for our upcoming Silent Auction and Gala. A big thank you goes out to the volunteers of the chamber including ambassadors and RSVP Volunteers.

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lunCheon refleCTions

Westover is a city planning for the future; located on Highway 280 in the North Central part of Shelby County.

The Town of Westover was established in 1901 and incorporated as a municipality in 2001. Westover has been actively and aggressively planning for the growth that is to come. Through its efforts, the city has planned a park system, walking trails, equestrian trails, town centers, neighborhood centers and many amenities for its citizens. As growth continues to progress down the Highway 280 corridor, the future is indeed exciting for the town of Westover!

The city’s vision is that in the midst of the growth, the small town feel and character of Westover cannot only be preserved but also enhanced. Visit the city online at www.westoveralabama.org

Population:2,000

Town Hall:3312 Westover RoadWestover, Al 35147205-678-3375westoveralabama.org

Town Council:Mark McLaughlin, Mayor672-9961mmclaughlin@westoveralabama.org

Wayne JonesCity Clerk678-3375westoverclerk@bellsouth.net

Sam Mann678-3375smann@westoveralabama.org

Larry Riggins678-3375lriggins@westoveralabama.org

Annette Tyler678-3375atyler@westoveralabama.org

Andrea Hunter678-3375ahunter@westoveralabama.org

Jeanne Champion-Fisch678-3375jchampionfisch@westoveralabama.org

Services:Police: 669-4181Fire: 678-3375Water: 678-2818 or 678-9847

Westover

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October 7, 2010Location: Columbiana United Methodist Church 200 North Main Street, Columbiana

Keynote Speaker: State of the County County Commissioners

Spotlight: Town of Westover

Luncheon Sponsor: Bryant Bank

Host: Whataburger Price: $10.00*Networking begins at 11:30am

uPComing ChAmber lunCheon

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S&P Baber Shop in Vincent holds its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Pictured: Javis (Jaye) Stone, Michelle Stone, Cindy Gray, John Winkle, Jordan Stone, Marie Railey, Edna Greene, Linda Pearce, Geraldine Waldrop, Faye McGuire, Carla Watkins, and Marie Railey.